July 26, 2007
Hi Folks,
Please let me introduce myself. My name is Dave Riley and I'm the new Chief Executive Officer of Telluride Ski and Golf Resort.
This is the first of many blogs which I will post. I encourage
everyone to participate frequently by posting thoughtful comments on
this new online community and I look forward to our digital dialog!
First, I'll give you a little background on me. After growing up in
Missouri on a cattle ranch, I moved to Colorado because of the
high-quality skiing. The first year I attended Colorado Mountain
College which is just down the road from Aspen. Subsequently,
I attended Mesa State College in Grand Junction. After graduating from
MSC, I worked at several ski resorts: Keystone Resort, Colorado (3
years), Jackson Hole Resort, Wyoming (3 years), Angel Fire Resort, New
Mexico (3 years) and Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort, Oregon (14 years). My
wife, Noreen, and 11 year old daughter, Alex, are joining me in
Telluride in a few weeks. We're very excited to be here and view this
as a long-term commitment.
But enough about me - I want to learn about you!
Being the new kid on the block, I would really
appreciate your insight, ideas, and assistance. Think of it this way,
you have an opportunity to help shape the priorities at this wonderful
resort. To start the ball rolling, in this blog I'm asking for you to
please answer a few simple questions:
A) What are your expectations of me as Telluride's new CEO?
B) What do you like best about Telluride Ski and Golf Resort?
C) As a visitor or community member, what is the single most
important thing you'd like to see improved by Telluride Ski and Golf
Resort?
I'm asking you to "help me, help you". As this conversation
continues, I believe we'll find that collaboration, communication,
problem solving, and transparency are important values found in this
blog.
Many people join me in the belief that Telluride is the most
beautiful and unique alpine resort in America. But, a beautiful setting
is only part of the experience. In the short time I've been in this
position, I've already learned that there are some really super people
in this organization who are completely committed to offering the
"complete experience". We're inviting you to help us reach our
potential - together.
I look forward to contributing to the best quality of life for our
staff members and local community members while helping to create an
unparalleled, high-quality, and unique experience for our guests. I
also believe our organization needs to constantly reach high to be the
ski industry leader in safety and responsible natural resource
management. These are core principals and beliefs which I hold.
Please feel free to post a comment. I look forward to engaging with you in a meaningful and positive dialog! Thank you.
Kindest regards,
Dave
What's New
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Hi Dave, I must say, these pictures are utterly spectacular. I plan on moving out to Denver next year, and I can't wait to get down to your neck of the woods, to do some skiing. Keep on submitting those gorgeous pictures ! Best Wishes, Don Heyman Dave's reply: Hi Don, thanks - if you think the pictures are cool, you'll be amazed with the...
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Hi Dave, Why no mention of the recent Big Mtn. Freeskiing Competition? It brought in a lot of attention from the international freeskiing community. Telluride's newly opened expert terrain was very well promoted since the event was held in Black Iron Bowl. With no major events this season besides a WC race, I'm bummed that you missed this chance...
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Hi, I live in Breckenridge and am getting tired of skiing dust on crust. I was thinking of driving down there tonight. Is it still dumping? or was most of the snow skied today? I only want to drive 6 hours if its at least a foot. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Rick Dave's reply: Hi Rick, During the Super Bowl, it was snowing hard. Seems...
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Dave, I commented earlier on the snow-pack. I arrive in Telluride Friday, glad to hear the snow is good. Of all of the hike-to-terrain availible now what do you recommend? Hike time doesn't matter for me, I love hiking and have hiked up Highlands bowl at Aspen Highlands among others. I heard Bald mountain is great too. Dave's reply: Everything...
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Dave, Going back to my last comment... Do I have to go with my 16 year old son to pick up his season pass? (To sign papers) or can he go by himself? -Patrick Dave's reply: Hi Patrick, for your son to get his season pass you'll need to go and sign too. Sorry for the inconvenience. We can swing by your house if you'd like and take care of...